BBMP
What does Rs 1,700 crore ‘Smart City’ plan for Bengaluru involve?
Bengaluru is finally becoming a “Smart City” – but what does it mean? Which areas will get covered, which projects will get implemented? »
Articles by Revathi Siva Kumar
Elections
I am accessible to people, says Sathish Reddy
Satish Reddy says INC MLAs get more money than the MLAs from other parties. He squeezes in some time for a very short interview. »
EDITORS' PICK
What you can do when politicians try to influence votes with freebies
Web pages, mobile applications, phone – use any of them. Election Commission wants you to report electoral malpractice to its team of officials, because, by cracking the whip, violations can be limited. »
COVER STORY
New trains bring hopes of faster commute in Bengaluru
Eight new trains have brought joy to the rail commuters in Bengaluru, making the commute between a few stations faster than any other mode. Know more about these trains. »
BBMP
New act could leave lakes of Bengaluru in lurch
The government of Karnataka has come up with Tank Development Act which, in its current form, could be detrimental to the cause of protecting and rejuvenating lakes. »
COVER STORY
Here’s where you can get air quality data for Bengaluru
Bengaluru’s air quality has been worsening over the years. But there are also a number of eager beavers trying to track air pollutants and find solutions. »
COVER STORY
Here’s how Bengaluru will cut transport emissions in future
150 electric buses. A fleet of 300 electric cars, and many E-rickshaws Transport scenario in Bengaluru looks bright and green, with more and more electric vehicles in the offing. »
COVER STORY
What you can do to find a home for the homeless
If you find destitutes, mentally unwell people or children wandering on the streets, you need to take a few steps to ensure their safety. »
BDA
Revised Master Plan-2031: Revisions only – neither mastery nor planning?
What does revised master plan have in it? Is it progressive or just an extension of the old plan? Here’s a curation of views on RMP 2031. »
BBMP
BBMP plans for LED street lights, yet again. What’s different now?
BBMP hopes to save Rs 8 crores per month through LED streetlights. This isn’t the first time – BBMP has been talking about LED lights for a long time now. What’s the plan now? »